PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today announced that Mr. Handyman will be the preferred national installation partner to help homeowners easily install PEARL into existing homes. As the nation's leading home improvement service, Mr. Handyman is a network of independently owned and operated franchises with more than 200 locations across the United States and Canada. Most locations now sell and install the PEARL permanent escape ladder quickly and affordably.
Atlanta, GA (PRWeb) February 20, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today announced that Mr. Handyman will be the preferred national installation partner to help homeowners easily install PEARL into existing homes. As the nation's leading home improvement service, Mr. Handyman is a network of independently owned and operated franchises with more than 200 locations across the United States and Canada. Most locations now sell and install the PEARL permanent escape ladder quickly and affordably. Consumers who have purchased PEARL can call 1-866-MRHANDY (1-866-674-2639) to identify professional installation service providers in their area.
Although PEARL Protected recommends professional installation, a basic installation can be performed by skilled do-it-yourselfers. However, for those consumers who don't have time or anticipate a more complicated installation, Mr. Handyman makes it as easy as picking up the phone.
In addition to installation services, many Mr. Handyman locations will also sell and promote the PEARL permanent escape ladder to their existing home improvement consumers. Homeowners requesting Mr. Handyman services to fix a leaky faucet (or other home improvement project) will have the opportunity to learn about and purchase PEARL directly from Mr. Handyman.
"Making PEARL available to our customers for purchase and installation shows our commitment to overall home improvement - and that includes residential fire safety. We think that the same mother that calls us to baby proof her home or recaulk a tub needs to know how new safety products, like PEARL, could save her kids' lives," said John Eggenberger, VP of corporate development for Mr. Handyman.
Residential fire safety continues to be a pressing issue for communities across the U.S. According to the National Fire Protection Association, there were approximately 381,000 home fires in 2005, resulting in 3,030 civilian deaths and more than 13,300 civilian injuries. A significant portion of these casualties are the direct result of not being able to escape from upper-story bedrooms. Like the air bag for the home, PEARL provides a permanent means of escape where you need it, when you need it.
"Our national installation partnership with Mr. Handyman eliminates the homeowners' concerns of how to have PEARL installed. Mr. Handyman understands the importance of escape when it comes to residential fire safety and they want to help make their customers' homes safer," said Julie Scher, VP of existing home sales, PEARL Protected. "By making their existing customers aware of this award-winning home safety product, Mr. Handyman is joining PEARL Protected in the pursuit to save lives and reduce injuries related to home fires and other emergencies."
Since PEARL's debut in October 2005, it has become one of the most recognized home safety products in the marketplace. PEARL has received the Home Safety Council's 2006 Product Innovation Award and has been featured on multiple episodes of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. PEARL has been also been showcased on NBC's Today and CBS's The Early Show.
Founded in March 2000, Mr. Handyman is a member of Service Brands International, a group of service companies that provide a variety of timesaving services ideally suited for today's active customer. With one call, a team of highly skilled professionals can provide homeowners with a variety of quality services for all of their home maintenance and repair projects.
About PEARL Protected
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, PEARL Protected is redefining the standards of home and fire safety through its patented, breakthrough product - PEARL - a revolutionary Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder that can be quickly and easily deployed in the event of a residential fire or other home emergency. It is currently available through a variety of channels, including the nation's largest homebuilders, building supply dealers, home safety companies and remodelers and maintenance specialists. PEARL can also be ordered directly through the PEARL Protected website (www.pearlprotected.com) or via phone at 800.374.5737.
For more information, contact:
Julie Scher, VP, Existing Home Sales
PEARL Protected
404.975.4840
For media inquiries and product images, contact:
Hannah C. Bower
Bower Communications
404.371.3989
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